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5 Ways in Which Working at Home Will Impact You

Working at home has increased exponentially in the UK over the last few years. The Mirror reports that the number of remote workers has increased by about a quarter of a million in the past decade or so. The choice and opportunity to work from home can be a great one. Many people love the freedom that comes from working at home, and while it isn't for everyone, many people who choose this lifestyle refuse to go back to the way things were before. If you're about to start working at home, here are the main ways in which you can expect it to impact you and your new life.

Increased Flexibility

If you have an active family life, you may have had trouble balancing all your obligations in the past. Working from home comes with a lot of flexibility. You get more choice over how to arrange your workday. Need to take a break to take your kids to school? No problem. The work will be waiting for you when you return.

Work-life balance

This increased flexibility also comes with a happier and healthier work-life balance. You find that it's nice to be closer to the family and that you have more time for them. While it may take a little bit of effort to get used to working from home, once you get in the groove you will find that you'll be available for you family when they need you.

Lowers Stress

With all the above points, this one is no wonder. Increasing your flexibility and becoming closer to your family will, of course, lead to less stress. Traffic, bad drivers, and road hazards can also cause a lot of stress. One of the greatest benefits of the work at home lifestyle is that you will no longer have to deal with those long and stressful commutes to the office.

Can Lead to Higher Efficiency and Discipline

There is evidence to show that people are more productive when working from home and are more efficient. Workers who work at home also learn to be more disciplined. Without any coworkers or managers in the room encouraging you, you’ll have to figure out how to motivate yourself.

Final Thoughts

The above points are great ways in which working at home will impact you and your life. This lifestyle can have a lot of great benefits, so it's easy to see why so many companies are shifting and allowing their workers to work remotely. Sometimes employees need only ask, and they will be allowed to work from home. For a lot of people, it takes some getting used to, but it’s often well worth it in the end.

Sally Collins is a professional freelance writer with many years experience across many different areas. She made the move to freelancing from a stressful corporate job and loves the work-life balance it offers her. When not at work, Sally enjoys reading, hiking, spending time with her family and travelling as much as possible.

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